2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Tundra | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |